Civil War Sites Preservation Fund
The Civil War Sites Preservation Fund supports the protection and preservation of Tennessee's key Civil War battlefields and Underground Railroad sites through grants from the Tennessee Historical Commission.
Funder: Tennessee Historical Commission
Due Dates: October 31, 2026
Funding Amounts: 1:1 match required; specific award amounts not published; recipient must provide 50% non-state match.
Summary: Supports acquisition and preservation of Tennessee Civil War battlefields and Underground Railroad sites through grants to 501(c)(3) organizations.
Key Information: Projects must be located in Tennessee and result in a conservation easement held by the Commission.
Description
This program provides grants to support the acquisition and preservation of Civil War battlefields and Underground Railroad sites in Tennessee. Administered by the Tennessee Historical Commission in partnership with the Tennessee Wars Commission, the fund aims to safeguard the state’s military heritage by protecting historically significant sites. Projects must result in a conservation easement held by the Tennessee Historical Commission to ensure long-term preservation and public benefit.
